theoretically

/θi‍əɹˈɛtɪkli/

/ˌθiɝˈɛtɪkəɫi/, /ˌθiɝˈɛtɪkɫi/

theoretically

according to ideas, theories, or principles rather than experiments or practical actions

in a theoretical manner

Examples

1. Theoretically even a carrot should satisfy real hunger.

2. Theoretically, a rogue wave could reach almost 200 feet.

3. Volcanic particles can, theoretically, reach space.

4. Giant viruses could theoretically bridge that gap however.